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Episode 5: We are so excited to have our first special guest, James Boehmer. You can follow him on Instagram @jamesaaronboehmer @shiseido

As the Global Artistry Creative Director for SHISEIDO Makeup, Boehmer drives color innovation and directs shade development. He also contributes to the names of the products in the new collection and sources inspiration from both modern and ancient Japan in an effort to tell a cohesive story that is reflective of SHISEIDO’s past, present, and future. Boehmer oversees all Global Artistry teams and communicates the brand’s unique point of view by creating content across multiple channels. In addition to devising many of the attention-grabbing looks for SHISEIDO Makeup’s ad campaigns, brand films, and social content, he works closely with various departments within the company to conceptualize educational materials and tools that enhance the consumer experience and increase customer engagement. 

Prior to his position at SHISEIDO Makeup, Boehmer served as Director of Global Artistry for NARS where he defined seasonal beauty trends, conducted seminars, educated other makeup pros, and assumed the role of key artist backstage for numerous designers including Mansur Gavriel, Creatures of the Wind, Suno, Naeem Khan, Vivienne Westwood, and Carolina Herrera. 

His work has appeared editorially in prestigious international publications such as Marie Claire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Purple, Jalouse, L’Officiel, and The New York Times Magazine. He has also contributed to beauty stories in WWD, British Vogue, The Financial Times, and The Guardian, as well online for instyle.com, wwd.com, vmagazine.com, teenvogue.com, sephora.com, and many more. Boehmer’s client roster includes Isabella Rossellini, Alek Wek, Sofia Coppola, Karen Elson, Daphne Guinness, Naomi Campbell, Zoe Saldana, Amy Sedaris, Olivia Palermo, and countless other top models and actresses. Boehmer has also designed makeup for various independent feature films that have been on view at Sundance, Slamdance, Toronto, and IFP. 

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Episode 4: This week we discuss our early lives, how we got our starts in our careers, how we met, and how we ended up where we are today. This is a very special episode for us, for many reasons. We hope you enjoy it!

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Episode 3: This week we discuss films and tv that are inspiring to us. From films that made an early impression on our style to those that are known for their iconic beauty.

Films and TV shows mentioned:

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Velvet Goldmine

What a Way to Go

Death Becomes Her

Sid and Nancy

Desperately Seeking Susan

Blue Velvet

La Vie En Rose

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Burlesque

Dreamgirls 

Pretty in Pink

Orlando

Who are you, Polly Magoo?

Ever After

Moulin Rouge

Mary Antoinette

Pans Labyrinth

Penny Dreadful

The Cell

Starwars 

The Last Kingdom

Vikings 

Batman - All Jokers

Braveheart 

Taboo (TV)

Elizabeth

Edward Scissorhands

Beetlejuice

Bachelor Mother 

Mad Men (TV)

Riverdale (TV)

Feud (TV)

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Episode 2:  In this week's episode, we discuss how we are dealing with the effects of COVID-19 and suggest ways to keep busy, creative, and positive as well as provide some tips on sanitation.

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Episode 1: Welcome to the first episode! Introductions with Lottie and Lindsey, sharing thoughts behind the creation of We Speak Beauty and what to expect in upcoming episodes.

Combined, Lottie and Lindsey have over 30 years of experience working in fashion, beauty and celebrity work. 

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